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ATMC Announces 2026 Training Benchmarks Survey Results

The ASE Training Managers Council (ATMC) has released the results of its 2026 Training Benchmarks survey which provides valuable insights into technician training needs, industry trends and workforce development priorities across the automotive, truck and collision...

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Industry group pushes for better EV battery health reporting

An industry group is calling for greater transparency around battery condition, arguing that current measurements do not provide a complete picture of battery health. The concern centres on EV battery State of Health (SoH), a commonly used metric that measures an EV...

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What Really Happens to Suspension After 100,000 km?

What Really Happens to Suspension After 100,000 km?

(SPONSORED CONTENT) For many drivers, 100,000 km feels like a milestone. For technicians, it’s often when suspension systems begin revealing how a vehicle has truly been used. Not every vehicle reaches that mark under the same conditions. Some accumulate mostly...

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ACDelco TDS subscription changes take effect July 1

Independent repair shops using General Motors service information and programming tools will see changes to ACDelco Technical Delivery System (TDS) subscription pricing and access terms beginning July 1. According to a notice issued by the National Automotive Service...

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Nova Scotia Offers Free EV Safety Training for Technicians

Automotive technicians in Nova Scotia will have an opportunity to build their electric vehicle knowledge through a free EV safety training program this June. To proactively prepare the sector for EV growth, the Automotive Sector Council launched SHIFT EV, a...

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Why Kits are a Smart Repair Strategy for Today’s Garages

Why Kits are a Smart Repair Strategy for Today’s Garages

(SPONSORED CONTENT) Today’s automotive technicians and repair garages know that bay efficiency, installation accuracy and parts reliability are critical for maintaining customer trust and a booming bottom line. Whether performing routine maintenance or major engine...

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Why do some shocks cost more?

Why do some shocks cost more?

(SPONSORED CONTENT) Shocks and struts from different brands pretty much look the same. So why do some cost more, and what does that mean to you and your customers?  Well, it’s what’s inside the shock that makes the difference. The most important component of any...

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